A First War George V Distinguished Service Order Auction and likely manufactured circa 1900

and likely manufactured circa 1900

he was instrumental in forming the Vindictive Sea Scout Troop in Auckland

SS-Oberfuhrer

a copy of his Service Records and nine black and white ship photographs

which is now nicely toned

A First War George V Distinguished Service Order Auction and likely manufactured circa 1900A First War George V Distinguished Service Order George V. Silver gilt and enamels, 41. 5 mm, crown and GRV cypher loose on the centrepieces, gilt wear and contact marks evident, very fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, marked "D. S. O." on the lid, maker marked "GARRARD & Co Ltd" on the worn inside lid, recessed medal bed, light contact and scattered scuffing on the exterior, case also very fine. (C: 4)